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AU60 OZW

2010 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

185,635 mi
Last recorded185,635 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2022
Typical for 2010 BMW 52097,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU60 OZW
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2022 185,635 miles

front exhaust flexible joint loose

zero emissions data recorded

Pass 20 Apr 2021 177,412 miles

ZERO EMISSIONS DATA

Pass 29 Apr 2020 170,116 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2020 170,116 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 155,778 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 141,426 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 141,426 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 128,601 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Zero emission readings

Pass 22 Apr 2016 116,729 miles

Zero emission levels

Pass 20 Apr 2015 100,185 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 857,332 miles

unable to rev up car enough to gain smoke test results

How Reliable is the BMW 520?

Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
7,968
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
152,584
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,724
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 15,884
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,720
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AU60 OZW is a 2010 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2010 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 97,744 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 520 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU60 OZW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 520 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 16 years old, this BMW 520 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AU60 OZW?

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What year was AU60 OZW registered?

AU60 OZW is a 2010 BMW 520, first registered on 4 October 2010.

Is AU60 OZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU60 OZW shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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